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  1. Ogun – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Ogun is the Yoruba god of iron, metalwork, hunting, warfare, and truth. He is also a pioneer of civilization and technology and often removes obstacles for his worshippers.

  2. Orishas – Mythopedia

    Jun 1, 2023 · The orishas are the primary gods of the Yoruba pantheon, consisting of over 400 deities. The Supreme Being, Olorun, rules this pantheon from his home in the heavens.

  3. Oya – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Oya is the fierce Yoruba goddess of the Niger River. She is responsible for hurricanes, tornadoes, and strong winds of all kinds. She also guards the gates of death.

  4. Yemaja – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Yemaja is the mother of the oriṣas (gods) and the Yoruba goddess of fertility, birth, and motherhood. She is also a water goddess, serving as the source of all oceans, rivers, and …

  5. Yoruba Religion – Mythopedia

    Oct 2, 2023 · The Yoruba religion is the traditional belief system of Yorubaland (modern-day Nigeria, Benin, and Togo). It features a pantheon of over 400 deities, known as orishas (oriṣas).

  6. Ṣhango – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Shango is a Yoruba god of many domains, including thunder, lightning, fire, virility, dance, and justice. Legend has it that he was once a tyrannical king of Oyo.

  7. Osun – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Osun is a river goddess and the patroness of love, beauty, pleasure, diplomacy, and healing. She is one of the three wives of Ṣango, the god of thunder and lightning, and is …

  8. Olokun – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Olokun is the Yoruba goddess of the primordial waters that existed before the creation of humanity. She is worshipped as a goddess of the ocean, along with Yemọja.

  9. Eshu – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Eshu is the Yoruba god of trickery, mischief, accidents, and unpredictability. He carries sacrifices from humans to the gods and is well-known for deceiving both mortals and …

  10. Orunmila – Mythopedia

    Apr 26, 2023 · Orunmila (or Ifa) is the Yoruba god of divination, wisdom, and fate. He is a divine oracle who carries messages and advice from the gods to humankind.